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Ask the Readers: What Money Animal Are You? (Chance to win $20!)

We want to know what animal you are most like. Do you "squirrel" money away? Are you wasteful like an (insert wasteful animal parallel here)? Let us know what creature

How Well Do You Know Your Facebook Friends? Precautions for Travelers

How well do you know your Facebook friends? Beware: if you can’t easily pick them out of a crowd, then you might be barred access to your account the next time you travel.

5 Big Winter Expenses That Could Freeze Your Budget

Winter's not done yet! Avoid these wintertime expenses so you don't blow your budget before spring's blooms arrive.

The End of the 4% Rule?

There's a rule of thumb that's pretty well known to retirement planners: the 4% rule. That rule is starting to look kind of iffy.

Our Senior Editor Is Moving On: A Goodbye From Meg

After almost four years with Wise Bread, I'm moving on. And I'll miss you guys!

7 Weird Ways to Keep You and Your Stuff Safe

If fences, locks, and motion-sensing lights are protecting your stuff, it's time to apply some creativity to personal security.

My CSA Experience: Farm-Fresh Veggies All Summer (and Possibly Winter)

Buying a share in community-supported agriculture is a great way to get fresh, local produce — and some CSAs are even available through the winter.

5 Pretty Projects for Pine Cones

If you have an excess of pine cones (or can get some), we have five festive decorating projects you can do on a dime.

How to Earn Extra Income With a Drone

Put that new drone to good use and make a little extra cash on the side.

6 Smart Ways Parents Can Save on Back-to-School Clothes

Your kids need new clothes for the school year, but they don't have to cost you an arm and a leg.

The 10 Most Productive Ways to Spend Your Lunch Hour

Lunch is the most important hour of the workday. Make the most of your time by making it all yours — and not the man's.

Do These 9 Things Now to Make Holiday Air Travel Easier

Preparation is everything when it comes to holiday travel.

Best Money Tips: Cheap, Fun Things to Do With Friends

Today we found some great articles on fun and cheap things to do with your friends, how to make the most of perfume and other scents, and good-looking lunches to bring to work.

Best Money Tips: Ways to Save Money on Halloween

Today we found some awesome articles on ways to save money on halloween, avoiding impulse buying online, and ways to take the work out of work.

How to Overcome These 4 Common Retirement Fears

Let's face it; retirement can be scary! Take a deep breath. You can overcome these fears.

Occupy Wall Street, the 99%, and All That

Some say that the Occupy Wall Street movement lacks a clear message. But to one writer, what they're saying is perfectly clear.

Drive the Old Car or Buy a New Car?

The cost of a new car can be much bigger than the sticker price...even going so far as to affect your retirement savings.

Best Money Tips: Spend Less This Holiday Season

Today we found some great articles on spending less this holiday season, how to save money fast, and tips for overseas travel.

Best Money Tips: Fit Fitness Into Your Schedule

Today we found some great articles on fitting fitness into your schedule, talking your way to a better raise, and getting your finances in order for 2012.

5 Essential Facts Women Should Know Before Asking for a Raise

Don't wait for your employer to close the earnings gap. Know your worth, find your confidence, and spearhead change with a clear ask.